2000 Mercedes Benz S430 Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other S430 years
- About as many complaints as other years 4th of 7 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- None on file
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 23 complaints with NHTSA about the 2000 Mercedes Benz S430. That ranks 4th out of 7 S430 model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is electrical system (14 complaints, 61%), typically at around 133,000 miles. Complaints mention 1 fire. There are no safety recalls on file for this model year.
- 23owner complaints
- 0safety recalls
- 0NHTSA investigations
- 0complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2000 Mercedes Benz S430 problems
Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.
| Problem area | Complaints | Share | Median miles | Owners mention most | Typical repair cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 14 | 61% | 133,000 | — | — |
| Exterior Lighting | 5 | 22% | 94,750 | — | — |
| Suspension | 4 | 17% | 121,500 | — | — |
| Structure | 3 | 13% | 93,264 | — | — |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 3 | 13% | 95,000 | — | — |
| Air Bags | 2 | 9% | 94,000 | — | — |
| Equipment | 1 | 4% | 246,000 | — | — |
| Interior Lighting | 1 | 4% | 96,000 | — | — |
| Power Train | 1 | 4% | — | — | — |
| Wheels | 1 | 4% | 150,000 | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
2000 Mercedes Benz S430 recalls (0)
No safety recalls are on file for the 2000 Mercedes Benz S430.
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Recent owner reports
Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.
The contact called on behalf of his wife who owns a 2000 Mercedes-Benz S430. The contact stated that while his wife was driving at an undisclosed, the instrument panel was inoperable. There were no warning lights illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer to be diagnosed; however, the…
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 MERCEDES-BENZ S430V. THE CONTACT STATED THAT ALL OF THE DOORS FAILED TO PROPERLY CLOSE DUE TO A FUSE MALFUNCTION WITH THE DOOR VACUUM SYSTEM. MERCEDES-BENZ OF AUGUSTA (3061 WASHINGTON RD, AUGUSTA, GA 30907, [redacted]) REPLACED THE FUSE, BUT THE FAILURE CONTINUED. THE…
Instrument cluster is not working. Only 20,000 miles since owning the car since 1999. The recall for similiar car with same issues but they said not this car.
Defect in accelerator and electronic attachments, part no220 300 00 04. When part failed, initially, car only powered to low speed under load. Had to drive it out of desert and over mountain at low speed, but down hill ok. Eventually parked it off road. When next starting it, it revved to 3500 rpm…
Message in display airmatic visit workshop. Diagnosed automatic strut leak. Replaced strut assembly left rear & valve block suspension valve. I still hear air leaking. I've replaces all four air struts over the years. The struts are not cheap. In my opinion mercedes mfg should reimburse me total…
Other Mercedes Benz S430 years
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2006 S430 | 12 | 0 |
| 2005 S430 | 11 | 0 |
| 2004 S430 | 18 | 0 |
| 2003 S430 | 26 | 0 |
| 2002 S430 | 31 | 0 |
| 2001 S430 | 73 | 0 |
| 2000 | 23 | 0 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2000 Mercedes Benz S430?
Owners most often report electrical system, exterior lighting, suspension problems. The top one, electrical system, accounts for 14 complaints.
Was there a recall on the 2000 Mercedes Benz S430?
No safety recalls are on file for this model year.
Was the 2000 Mercedes Benz S430 a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other S430 model years, the 2000 has about as many complaints as a typical year. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.